en.Wedoany.com Reported - A new concrete road bridge structure now spans the Williams River north of Sydney, Australia. The New Clarence Town Bridge, located north of Newcastle, is being built by Sydney-based family-owned contractor Bridgeworks. The project is valued at A$22.8 million, with the client being Dungog Shire Council.

Upon completion, the road bridge will be approximately 132 meters long and about 14.4 meters wide, including a 2.5-meter-wide shared pedestrian and cycle path. The project also includes upgraded road approaches and approach footpaths. After years of detours, one lane of this two-lane road bridge is now open for heavy and large vehicle traffic. Federal Infrastructure Minister Catherine King stated that the new bridge is expected to be fully completed by early 2027.

The adjacent Brig O'Johnston Bridge is now closed and will undergo major rehabilitation works. Dungog Shire Council stated: "This work will strengthen the structure to meet current vehicle loading requirements, reduce ongoing maintenance needs, and preserve its status as the oldest surviving timber truss bridge in New South Wales." This restoration work is expected to be completed by mid-2029.

The New Clarence Town Road Bridge spans the Williams River, with a total length of approximately 132 meters. Constructed by Bridgeworks at a total cost of A$22.8 million, it will replace the adjacent Brig O'Johnston Bridge for motor vehicle traffic upon completion. The latter, as the oldest surviving timber truss bridge in New South Wales, will undergo strengthening and restoration after its closure.

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